HVAC Installation Technician Certificate (effective 5/26/2025)
Total Program Credits: 24
Building upon the HVAC Installation Assistant Certificate, the HVAC Installation Technician Certificate provides advanced training for comprehensive HVAC/R service and maintenance careers. Students develop in-depth knowledge of complex electrical systems, advanced cooling and heating technologies, and achieve multiple industry certifications. The program emphasizes advanced troubleshooting techniques, system analysis, and preventive maintenance procedures for residential HVAC/R systems. Graduates are prepared for careers as HVAC/R service technicians, system technicians, and maintenance technicians, with the skills to diagnose and repair complex heating and cooling systems.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Heating and Cooling Technician Certificate, students will be able to:
- Design and implement comprehensive installation plans for complex HVAC systems, including proper sizing, equipment selection, and system layout for both residential and light commercial applications.
- Execute advanced installation procedures including complex electrical systems, programmable controls, and multiple system configurations while ensuring compliance with local codes and industry standards.
- Perform detailed system performance evaluations and commissioning procedures on newly installed HVAC systems, including proper testing, balancing, and optimization of system operation.
- Integrate modern HVAC technologies including high-efficiency systems, direct digital controls, and smart thermostats during installation processes while maintaining proper documentation and customer communication.
(New, Reviewed Fall 2024)
Placement Measures
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| ARC 102 OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training | Core Course | 1 |
| HAC 105 Refrigerant Certification (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 1 |
| HAC 115 Electricity and Controls I (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 4 |
| HAC 125 # Cooling I (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 3 |
| HAC 135 # Heating I (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 12 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s) |
| HAC 145 # Electricity and Controls II (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 4 |
| HAC 155 # Cooling II (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 3 |
| HAC 165 # Heating II (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 3 |
| HAC 175 # HAC Certifications (effective 8/17/2025) | Core Course | 2 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 12 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your academic plan for graduation and register for stackable certificate/degree (option).
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabus.) |
See HAC course descriptions.
Chairperson: TBA, Interim Contact AVP Paul Jensen, Ext. 3674, email: pauljensen@triton.edu
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| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |
Last Updated
4/22/2025 3:45:05 PM